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Navigation sensors are a critical technology within the defence sector and therefore the team has frequent exposure to high-profile, fast-paced projects with rewarding opportunities.

Key skills required for this role

Important

All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a sole / dual British national.

Job summary

Navigation sensors are a critical technology within the defence sector and therefore the team has frequent exposure to high-profile, fast-paced projects with rewarding opportunities.

Key skills required for this role

Systems Engineer, Electronics, Engineering, V-Model

Important

All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and be a sole / dual British national.

Job description

The role offers hybrid working (3 days per week) and is on a secure site where SC clearance is needed. You will be part of a successful team developing innovative solutions for complex customer requirements, focusing on navigation sensors, and participating in multi-national research programmes. As a Systems Engineer, you will specify and assess navigation sensors including GNSS receivers, anti-jam units, and inertial measurement units. You will monitor supplier and technology roadmaps, support assessment trials, and undertake research activities within an international team.

Skills, Qualification and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in electronic engineering, physics, or similar
• Knowledge in navigation systems, avionics, or RF engineering
• Project management and commercial awareness are highly desirable
• Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Simulink is advantageous
• Experience in Defence/Aerospace or safety-regulated environments is advantageous

What you'll be able to learn:

• GNSS functionality, multi-constellation technology, and system integration
• Receivers, anti-jam, and CRPA technology
• GNSS system performance and challenges
• GNSS jamming and spoofing
• Inertial sensor specification and characterization

Company Benefits

• Bonus: Up to £2,500 (performance-based)
• Pension: Up to 14% contribution
• Parental Leave: Enhanced parental, maternity, and shared parental leave
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Facilities: Subsidised meals, free parking
• Training and Development: Career progression and skill development opportunities

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.

Company Details

• The company is a multi-national group, No 1 in Europe in their field, with awards and recognitions, offering great career opportunities
• Recognized in the Glassdoor Employees' Choice Awards 2022 and with gold standard Investors in People awards
• Reviews highlight interesting work, good work-life balance, and valuing employees
• Strong commitment to ED&I with multiple networking groups advocating diversity and inclusion

Enhanced parental leave includes up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with additional support for paternity, neonatal, and fertility treatments.

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